Women & Work: Does Your Biological Clock Have a Price? | Corinne Low – Ripple Effect Podcast
Episode Description
EPISODE OVERVIEW: In this episode of the Ripple Effect podcast, Wharton’s Corinne Low shines an economic spotlight on gender bias by sharing valuable insights from her research on reproductive capital. That’s a phrase she’s coined to describe the economic value of fertility and the trade-offs that women face when choosing between investing their careers or their families.
Topics and questions covered: 00:00 - Introductions 1:07 - What inspired Prof. Low’s research? 3:21 - Defining ‘reproductive capital’ 6:19 - Assigning value to reproductive capital 11:18 - Navigating economic trade-offs 15:17 - Understanding employer perspectives 18:29 - Placing value on caregiving time
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Brief Summary
Corinne Low discusses reproductive capital and its economic impact on women's career choices and family planning.
Key points
- Reproductive Capital Defined. Women bring reproductive capital to the table, a unique economic value in society.
- Economic Trade-offs for Women. Women face a trade-off between career advancement and family planning.
- Impact of IVF on Young Women. Making IVF free influences young women's life choices and career paths.
- Caregiving as Essential Work. Recognizing caregiving as a crucial part of employee responsibilities can reshape workplace policies.
- Rethinking Flexibility in Work. Flexibility should extend beyond the workday to accommodate life changes, especially for women.
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Episode highlights
- Reproductive Capital DefinedWomen bring reproductive capital to the table, a unique economic value in society.“This ability to procreate is a tremendous source of value.”4:19Mar 7, 2023
- Economic Trade-offs for WomenWomen face a trade-off between career advancement and family planning.“It's an economic decision women have to make in correlation with their personal life.”11:17Mar 7, 2023
- Impact of IVF on Young WomenMaking IVF free influences young women's life choices and career paths.“Young women delay marriage and focus on education knowing IVF is available later.”13:10Mar 7, 2023
- Caregiving as Essential WorkRecognizing caregiving as a crucial part of employee responsibilities can reshape workplace policies.“Think about caregiving as work that all of your employees have to do.”19:05Mar 7, 2023
- Rethinking Flexibility in WorkFlexibility should extend beyond the workday to accommodate life changes, especially for women.“We need flexibility across the life cycle.”20:17Mar 7, 2023
